The Fiat 128 was introduced in 1969 as successor to the 1100 model, stayed in production until 1985 and was succeeded by the Fiat Ritmo.

With its predecessor it shared the same engine displacement of about 1100, 1116 cc to be exact. Specific feature of the motor was its single overhead camshaft driven by a toothed belt. The engine was mounted transversly in the front-wheel-drive model, making it the first Fiat with this configuration, similar to the Autobianchi Primula. The engine was mated with a 4-speed gearbox. With this powertrain, the 128 reached a top speed of 135 km/h and consumed round about 8 litres per 100 km.

At its launch, the Fiat 128 was marketed with 2, 3 and 4-door versions. In 1971, at the Turin Motor Show, a 128 Sports Coupé was introduced, which replaced the sports coupé variants of the 850 model.

In 1972, Fiat presented reviewed versions of the 128 saloon, estate and Rally variants at the Turin Motor Show. New for...